Chapter 3 Connecting computers and other devices
Cable type
Maximum length
USB Type-C
6' 6" (2 m) for
SuperSpeed 5Gbps
cables
Using cables that exceed these maximum lengths may produce unexpected results, degraded picture
quality or degraded USB connectivity.
Connecting USB drives, peripherals, and other devices
You can use USB drives, peripherals, and other devices with a computer connected to the display using
the display's USB plugs.
For more information, see Connecting USB drives, peripherals, and other devices on the next page.
Troubleshooting connected computers
For troubleshooting information for connected computers, see Chapter 5 Troubleshooting on page 52.
Connecting a SMART OPS PC module
If your organization has purchased a SMART OPS PC module, you or your
organization's installers can install the OPS PC module in the display's
accessory slot following the OPS PC module's installation instructions
(smarttech.com/kb/171544). You can then view the OPS PC module's input on
the display.
For more information about SMART OPS PC modules, see the SMART OPS PC
modules user guide (smarttech.com/kb/171747).
Connecting other devices
In addition to computers, you can connect the following devices to the display:
USB drives, peripherals, and other devices
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External displays
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smarttech.com/kb/171414
Recommendation
USB-IF certified USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C cable,
SuperSpeed (5 Gbps) support
To use a USB Type-C cable for video, you need:
A full-featured cable that supports SuperSpeed
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5Gbps (or faster) data rates.
A computer that supports Display Port Alternate
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Mode via USB Type-C
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